The leading team of superhero defenders of the Galactic Union, an interstellar republic of which 24th century Earth is a member. The team that is called in to deal with threats too big for the regular forces of law, order and security to handle. The team that is usually first into the unknown and possibly dangerous corners of the galaxy. The team leading the effort to bring peace, freedom and prosperity to the rest of the galaxy. The team that exemplifies the best, brightest and bravest the GU has to offer. The team called-the Vanguard. The superhero space opera comic for those who enjoy both genres.

And that's a wrap for Chapter/Issue 1. I'll be on vacation and therefore away from most computer access next week, so no new pages until Sept. 6 or therabouts. Meanwhile, enjoy this whole chapter all over again from the beginning.

Meanwhile, I'm seriously thinking of assembling this chapter into a book. I'd like to gauge the interest of my reading audience for a $2.75-$3 printed version of this chapter-write in and let me know. I'd also like to know everyone's opinions on the best printing vendor to use for this.

That's all until September-don't forget to vote for this at Buzzcomix and Onlinecomics.net!